Associate/Cyber Incident Response eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)
About the role
We are seeking an Associate to join our Cyber Incident Response & eDiscovery team in Chicago, Boston, Washington, DC, or New York. In this role you will support high‑profile cyber incident response matters, data breach investigations, and complex eDiscovery engagements. Working alongside experienced consultants, attorneys, and clients, you will help identify and analyze potentially impacted information, transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Using CRA’s eDiscovery technology suite, you will process, organize, analyze, and report on large volumes of structured and unstructured data to support regulatory, legal, and investigative objectives. The role offers significant opportunities for professional development through formal training, mentorship, and exposure to complex client engagements.
Responsibilities
- Support cyber incident response and data breach investigations involving sensitive data.
- Process, organize, and analyze large datasets using industry‑standard eDiscovery and forensic technologies.
- Conduct data analysis and data mining to identify personally identifiable information (PII), protected health information (PHI), and other sensitive data types.
- Assist with and learn to manage and administer review databases, including data loading, workspace configuration, user management, and reporting.
- Perform quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of deliverables.
- Assist in the preparation of client‑facing updates and reports.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams to manage competing priorities and meet critical deadlines.
- Contribute to corporate initiatives such as recruiting, training, and business development support.
Desired qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in eDiscovery, cyber incident response, digital forensics, data privacy, investigations, or a related field.
- Experience with Relativity’s core review features; certifications are a plus but not required.
- Familiarity with quality control procedures and managing document production workflows.
- Experience processing data using tools such as Nuix, Relativity, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with search term analysis and related reporting methodologies.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work effectively with large and complex datasets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data reporting.
- Curiosity and desire to learn about privacy regulations and data protection concepts.
- Exceptional organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, client‑service environment.
- Willingness to travel occasionally (minimal travel expected).
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) and paid parental leave.
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
- Commuter benefits.
- In‑house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.
- Robust skills development programs with 100 hours of training annually, technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, mentorship, and performance coaching.
- Opportunities for leadership and collaboration through internal firm development activities.
Pay
A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $92,500 – $100,000. Pay may vary based on education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.
Work location flexibility
Colleagues are expected to spend at least three to four days a week working in the office (which may include travel to another CRA office or client meetings). Specific days are determined in coordination with the practice or team, and periodic work‑from‑home is supported.